Position Number: 0062670 Location: Parkville Role type: Full time; Continuing Faculty: Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology Department/School: Student Experience Salary: UOM 7 – $106,432 - $115,211 p.a. plus 17% super
Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).
The University of Melbourne would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners of the lands upon which our campuses are situated, the Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung Peoples, the Yorta Yorta Nation, the Dja Dja Wurrung People. We acknowledge that the land on which we meet and learn was the place of age-old ceremonies, of celebration, initiation and renewal, and that the local Aboriginal Peoples have had and continue to have a unique role in the life of these lands.
About - Student Experience The role sits within the Student Experience Team, who provide a range of services to the broader Faculty in leading and implementing the strategies associated with the faculty's student experience, centred on improving various facets of our students' educational journey, including ensuring a consistent and high-quality experience, fostering contemporary learning environments, and providing resources that extend beyond conventional classroom settings.
Connecting with alumni and partners to enhance the student experience, drawing on their industry and external knowledge and ensuring that students are at the centre.
About the Role The Indigenous Student Engagement, Lead drives initiatives that promote Indigenous student pathways into engineering and IT, aligning with FEIT's Indigenous strategy and the University's Murmuk Djerring plan. Collaborating with Indigenous communities, Traditional Knowledge Holders, senior leaders and stakeholders, the role leads programs such as the Victorian Indigenous Engineering Winter School (VIEWS) and outreach initiatives, fostering respectful relationships and impactful outcomes. Reporting to the Head of Student Experience, the role involves event delivery, project coordination, and continuous evaluation to ensure meaningful progress toward Indigenous engagement and education goals.
Responsibilities include:
Empower Indigenous students through impactful programs, meaningful collaborations, and leadership in diversity-focused initiatives.
About You The ideal candidate excels in communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills, with the ability to manage projects and engage stakeholders effectively. They possess strong people skills, cultural sensitivity, and the confidence to navigate diverse settings and build meaningful relationships.
You will also have:
About the University The University of Melbourne is consistently ranked amongst the leading universities in the world. We are proud of our people, our commitment to research and teaching excellence, and our global engagement.
Support for Indigenous staff
'Indigenous' here means a person of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent.
Be Yourself We value the unique backgrounds, experiences and contributions that each person brings to our community and encourage and celebrate diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, females, people of all ages, with disabilities and culturally and linguistically diverse people are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the community in which we live.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Join Us! If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and experience.
Please note that you are not required to provide responses against the selection criteria in the Position Description.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments with the recruitment process, please contact us at [email protected].
Advertised: 10 Dec 2024 12:05 AM AUS Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 10 Jan 2025 11:55 PM AUS Eastern Daylight Time